I like to shop ‘small’ and support independent businesses when I can. Because it’s true you know… …When you buy from a small business (such as mine) a real person does an excited happy dance. If you’d like to contribute to my happy dancing this winter, be sure to check out my top pick of Dainty Rocks Gift Ideas under £30… Family Tree – Personalised Pendant Because Christmas is about Family. This pendant necklace is a new edition to the Dainty Rocks collection and can be personalised with your choice of two birthstones. Family Birthstone –...

Perhaps not the most helpful description of this mysterious and stunning stone but according to Wikipedia, “Moonstone is a sodium potassium aluminum silicate with the chemical formula (Na,K)AlSi3O8 and belongs to the feldspar group.” Now we know what we’re dealing with, let’s explore some fun facts… Moonstone got its name from its magical appearance. It’s misty, translucent and somewhat otherworldly. Apparently, the Romans believed that Moonstone was made from solidified rays of the Moon. What a wonderful thought! A firm favourite for Handmade Jewellery This gorgeous gem has been used in jewellery making throughout the ages by many modern and ancient civilizations and movements. Moonstone was particularly popular in...

I took part in this years ‘Meet the Maker’ campaign on Instagram which is all about sharing and celebrating your business journey. I enjoyed it so much and as I’ve had a flurry of new followers I thought it’d be nice to do a little recap here on my blog. So, hello, I’m Diane. I’m 44 (how did that happen?) with a little boy called Charlie who has additional needs and a crazy sense of humour. I am nearly full time in my business now. I was previously a cook, which I miss but no-one would employ me now as...

The big, beautiful amethyst bath I posted on my Facebook Page recently got a great reaction. I would LOVE to sink in to this stunning crystal bath and have a long, hot soak. Whilst day dreaming about this, I thought I’d spend a few moments browsing for other ways to bring my love of crystals into my home. Here’s a little ‘wish list’ of some of my quirky and unusual finds… I think number 4 has to be my favourite, how about you? A pretty slice of crystal to rest my mug of tea on? Yes please! There are...